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ACA Medicaid Expansion - Where States Stand October 2013

Where does your state stand with Medicaid expansion? In this Medicaid expansion update we'll look at where states stand in expanding eligibility for Medicaid as of October 2013.

Medicaid Expansion Background

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) called for a nationwide expansion of Medicaid, set to begin in 2014. However, Medicaid expansion was one of the provisions at stake in the ACA cases decided by the Supreme Court in June 2012. The Supreme Court upheld Medicaid expansion, but limited the federal government’s ability to penalize states that don’t comply. So, while Medicaid expansion was originally mandatory for states, it is now optional.

If a state participates in Medicaid expansion, nearly all residing adults under age 65 with family incomes up to 138% of the federal poverty level (FPL) will qualify for Medicaid in 2014. That's the equivalent to ~$15,800 for an individual in 2013 or $32,500 for a family of four in 2013.

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Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is general in nature and does not apply to any specific U.S. state except where noted. Health insurance regulations differ in each state. See a licensed agent for detailed information on your state. PeopleKeep, Inc., does not sell health insurance.